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Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center

17836 Woodruff Avenue

3.9(22 ratings)· Bellflower average: 4.6

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Quick Facts

Total units
140
Medicare rating
1 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
140
Clinical coverage
24/7 clinical support from an interdisciplinary team
Therapy services
On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy
Care coordination
Social worker on-site for care and legal matters
Clinical capabilities
IV therapy and wound care available on-site

What Families Think

Reviews for Cerritos Vista are largely positive, with families praising attentive staff, cleanliness, and progress in physical therapy after stays of several weeks to months. However, one detailed and serious negative review describes very different experiences with staffing, cleanliness, and care follow-through, so families should weigh both perspectives carefully.

The Good

  • Staff described as supportive, kind, and attentive
  • Facility called clean and well-managed by several reviewers
  • Noted progress in physical therapy and mobility
  • Social worker on-site to help with care decisions
  • Families felt kept informed during care coordination

The Bad

  • One detailed report of a cockroach infestation and unclean conditions
  • One report of understaffing, rude nurses, and slow response to basic needs
  • One report of inconsistent physical therapy attendance and slow recovery
  • One report of mishandled personal belongings after discharge

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center is a senior living community in Bellflower, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 22 reviews.

About Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center is a 140-bed skilled nursing facility in Bellflower, California, offering comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The center provides 24/7 clinical support delivered by an interdisciplinary team focused on individualized, goal-oriented care planning.

Care services include post-acute and short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care. The facility's multidisciplinary approach combines physical, occupational, and speech therapy services tailored to each patient's unique needs and physician orders. Clinical services encompass IV therapy, medication management, wound care, pain management, nutritional and dietary services, and care coordination based on individual medical needs.

The center maintains a team of highly trained and certified medical staff who specialize in managing complex clinical needs. Ongoing communication and coordination occurs between patients, families, and care teams to support recovery goals. The facility's well-maintained accommodations are designed to create an optimal healing environment that supports both physical recovery and emotional well-being.

Types of Care at Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center

3.9overall · 22 ratings combined

3.9★ on Google (22)

Mike S

Jun 2026

via Google

My mom lived at this facility for over 6 months and she had a great experience. The staff was very supportive and helpful. I would highly recommend putting your loved one’s at this facility they will be very grateful to be under such great care.

Loreta G.A.

May 2026

via Google

Reviewing as a notary public, I've been to this facility a few times over years. I am glad that the staff has a social worker on site. Reason being is that I've gone to facilities where the resident is not allowed to sign due to their mental capacity. Just like some prisons do not allow inmates to sign certain types of documents. It's for the benefit of the signer. The facility itself looked properly maintained and there was plenty of staff.

Michael Namikas

May 2026

via Google

If you need to know whether it is a good idea to leave your loved at Cerritos Vista, read the inspection reports on ProPublica, the one star (out of five) review and information on Medicare.gov, and the facility employee reviews on Indeed (there is a reason that 44% of employees leave within twelve months of being hired). This place is terrible and I speak from experience. My mother was here for about twenty days late last year and it was a nightmare. I am confident that my mom would not be at home right now, getting better every day, if she came back to Cerritos Vista instead of going to a different, far better, facility. Many of the nurses were rude and acted like we were irritating them when we asked them to do something basic for my mom. The kitchen was shut down for days because of a cockroach infestation that went unchecked for weeks (don’t believe me? Read the December 2025 inspection report). The facility wasn’t very clean. The food was not good. You never knew when the physical trainers were going to show up and they didn’t stay long when they did come. You could wait for hours for your loved one to be changed if they can't go to the bathroom themselves. The gym rarely had anyone in it and that’s not an accident. If your loved one needs significant physical therapy to recuperate, do not send them here. They will improve slowly at best and will likely deteriorate due to lack of movement. The doctor that the facility assigned to my mother (who recommended this awful place for reasons I can only speculate about) was unreachable and never visited. Some people who worked there were well-meaning, but they had terrible managers, and were not properly trained. They were also understaffed. I could write a book about everything wrong with this place but the fact that people don’t want to work here should tell you everything. I’ll end this review with one final insult my family endured because of this place. My mom, who is now safely at home, was hospitalized again after coming to Cerritos Vista. The managers at Vista told us that my mom’s room would be held for seven days. About five days later, having decided Cerritos Vista was not fit for human habitation, I went back to get her things from the room. All of her things had been bagged and put into a locked office I could not get access to. There was a new resident in her room, contrary to what they promised. On my way out, some employee overheard what I said to a nurse about it, and found a way to get inside the room with her belongings and gave me some of them. We didn’t get a lot of her things back (we lost a chair, some seat cushions, two pairs of shoes, etc.) but I didn’t want to return to get them. That’s how much I dislike this place. I wouldn’t put someone I hated here. Again, if you don’t believe me, don’t take my word for it. Just read all of the information and inspection reports about this place on ProPublica and Medicare.gov.

Ederlin Owensby

Oct 2025

via Google

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center is a wonderful facility. It is well managed and very clean. The administration and all healthcare staff are attentive to their patients and treat them with love and care. My mother who is 86 years old have been in PT for the past 6 weeks due to femur injury has made significant progress in her mobility. Kudos to the PT staff. The caring and friendly atmosphere provided by all makes a world of difference to my mother. Your hard work, and patience are sincerely appreciated. Special gratitude to Eli Moesser for introducing our family to Cerritos Vista.

Lucille Taing-Cheam

Oct 2025

via Google

Our family cannot thank the team at Cerritos Vista enough for the outstanding care they provided to my aunt during her 100-day stay. From the administrative staff to the nurses, therapists, and caregivers, every single person went above and beyond to make her feel comfortable, safe, and supported. The admin team was always organized, communicative, and compassionate, they made the entire admission and care coordination process smooth and stress-free. The nurses and CNAs treated my aunt with such kindness and dignity, always attentive to her needs and quick to offer a smile or comforting words. The rehab and therapy staff were equally amazing, helping her regain strength and independence while encouraging her every step of the way. You can truly tell that everyone here cares deeply about their patients’ recovery and well-being. The facility was always clean, the atmosphere positive, and the staff made sure family members were kept informed and involved. We’re incredibly grateful for the professionalism, warmth, and dedication shown throughout her entire stay. Cerritos Vista truly sets the standard for quality care in Bellflower, we highly recommend them to any family seeking a place where their loved one will be treated with compassion and respect.

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Government Inspection History

16 inspection visits in the last three years, 110 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 28, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 7, 2026

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 7, 2026

Apr 6, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 16, 2026

Feb 26, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard31 citations
  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 7, 2026

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 7, 2026

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 7, 2026

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 7, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 7, 2026

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2026

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 8, 2026

  • Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 7, 2026

Jan 6, 2026Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 16, 2026

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 16, 2026

  • Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 16, 2026

Dec 11, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 21, 2025

Dec 8, 2025Health Complaint5 citations
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 18, 2025

  • Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 18, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 18, 2025

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 18, 2025

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 18, 2025

Nov 12, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 22, 2025

Jul 23, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 2, 2025

Jul 10, 2025Health Complaint4 citations
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 20, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 20, 2025

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 20, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 20, 2025

Jun 16, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 26, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 26, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 26, 2025

May 29, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 8, 2025

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 8, 2025

Mar 20, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard24 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 30, 2025

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 29, 2025

Aug 26, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 5, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 5, 2024

Mar 1, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard26 citations
  • Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024

  • Construct fire resistant interior walls.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024

  • Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 11, 2024

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024

  • Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 15, 2024

  • Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 15, 2024

Nov 8, 2023Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 5, 2023

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 5, 2023

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 5, 2023

Jul 12, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 22, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center offer?

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center located?

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center is located at 17836 Woodruff Avenue in Bellflower, California.

What do families say about Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center?

Reviews for Cerritos Vista are largely positive, with families praising attentive staff, cleanliness, and progress in physical therapy after stays of several weeks to months. However, one detailed and serious negative review describes very different experiences with staffing, cleanliness, and care follow-through, so families should weigh both perspectives carefully.

How did Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center had 16 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 110 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

How can families visit Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center?

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